Winemaker Notes
Aromas of cedar, oak, leather, black fruit, and baked plums jump from the glass of our 2014 Huge Bear Cabernet Sauvignon. A perfect blend of sweet and savory awaits the palate, with notes of black raspberry, ripe pomegranate, lush oak, and a hint of sweet Panettone on the finish. Bright acid accompanied by round, full tannin's provide a velvety mouthfeel. Food Pairing This hearty wine will pair nicely with game dishes; lamb curry; duck with plum sauce; or mushroom risotto.
While Sonoma County is acclaimed—and rightfully so—for its Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, and Zinfandels, it also produces exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Of the region’s 18 American Viticultural Areas, only a handful produce top-notch Cabernet Sauvignon. These appellations include Alexander Valley, Knights Valley, Sonoma Valley and Dry Creek Valley. Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignons made in these appellations can offer a complex array of aromas and flavors. Fruit notes such as blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis, black cherry and raspberry often are accompanied by hints of graphite, dusty earth, cigar box, toast and vanilla. The varietal has a rich history in Sonoma, and some of these Cabernet Sauvignons and Cabernet-based blends rival the best from Napa Valley.